[Cynthia, Prescott, AZ]

Repotting plants in clay pots requires a little to a lot of damage to the roots, especially if they go out the bottom and wrap around the pot. I prefer to opt for damage-less repotting, as my mix can be removed with a jet of water, leaving the roots totally intact. With clay, and I have a lot of rupiculous Laelias in clay and any orchids that are sensitive to roots dryness, I expect to have some difficulty, as I repot every year. Haven't repotted yet since the move to clay with these plants.